EAST GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Kent County, Michigan

REGULAR Meeting of the East Grand Rapids Board of Education The James E. Morse Administration Center at Woodcliff, 2915 Hall Street SE East Grand Rapids, MI 49506.

For Information: Phone 616-235-3535.

Monday, March 12, 2018 6:00 p.m.

AGENDA

1. Meeting Called to Order

2. Public Comments

3. Board Secretary’s Report: Communications to and from the Board – Beth Milanowski

4. Student Council President’s Report – Tomer Andegeko

PRESENTATION / DISCUSSION ITEMS

5. Recognition of Top ACT Scores – Dr. Shubel and Craig Weigel

6. Elementary Science Curriculum Proposal – Jenny Fee and Elementary Science Curriculum Team (Enclosure #6)

ACTION ITEMS – CONSENT AGENDA Background: In order to save time during the meeting, we are using a Consent Agenda. Items in the

Consent Agenda include those that are considered routine or have been previously

discussed by the Board of Education. Any Board Member may request to have any item

removed for a separate discussion and vote.

Recommendation: Motion to approve items in the Consent Agenda Numbers 7 through 8.

7. Approval of Minutes of REGULAR Meeting of 02/12/2018 (Enclosure #7)

8. Approval of Payment of Bills – February 2018 (Enclosure #8)

OTHER ACTION ITEMS

9. Approval of Numbers for the 2018-2019 Schools of Choice Programs – Dr. Shubel (Enclosure #9)

Background: East Grand Rapids Public Schools has participated in the Kent Intermediate School District

Collaborative Schools of Choice Program since the inception in the 1996-1997 school year.

The Finance Committee and Superintendent are recommending that we accept 16 students

through the 2018-2019 Kent ISD Collaborative Schools of Choice Program.

Recommendation: Motion to accept 16 students through the 2018-2019 Kent ISD Collaborative Schools of

Choice Program.

10. Approval of School Day Proposal for Middle School (Enclosure #10)

11.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

11. Superintendent

Staffing

12. Assistant Supt. of Business

13. Assistant Supt. of Instruction

March 12, 2018 Page 2

14. Board Member Reports

Communications Committee - Milanowski Facilities Committee - Hessler Finance Committee – Coles Joint Facilities Committee – Bernecker Personnel Committee – Bernecker Policy Review Committee – Welch Legislative Liaison Committee - Welch

Liaisons EGR Schools Foundation – Wolford Community Action Council – Coles Leadership & Youth Development (LYD) – Hessler

Parks & Recreation – Hessler PTO Council – Bernecker Parent Advocates for Special Education (PASE) – Laackman Superintendent’s Advisory Council (SAC) – Milanowski

15. Adjournment

* Minutes for this meeting will be available in the Superintendent’s Office at 2915 Hall Street SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506. ** If you plan to attend and have a special need and require accommodation to attend this meeting, please contact

Dr. Sara Magaña Shubel, Superintendent, at 616-235-3535. Superintendent’s Office – 3/9/2018

East Grand Rapids Public Schools

Elementary Science RecommendationMarch 12, 2018

Kaelynn Benham - 5th GradeJenny Bergstrom - 3rd Grade

Jennifer Fee - Asst. Superintendent of InstructionStacey Goodman - 2nd GradeCheryl Radecki - 4th Grade

Hannah Tobin - KindergartenJodi Westgate - 1st Grade

Question

How can we provide a rich learning

environment for our students where

critical thinking, curiosity, and

creativity thrive?

Personal Knowledge

PredictionBased upon our research we predict that

using the Cereal City Science curriculum

will provide a rich learning environment

where our students will appreciate the

beauty and wonder of science.

2009 K-5 teachers have used the Battle Creek Science Kits since their adoption in 2009.• The Battle Creek Science Kits reflect the district’s current K-5 science curriculum which

is based on the State of Michigan’s Grade Level Content Expectations in Science.

2013 EGRPS enters a partnership with the Van Andel Education Institute and implements

their instructional model of scientific inquiry, then called the QPOE Model.

2015 The state of Michigan adopts new science standards directly reflecting the Next

Generation Science Standards. The Grade Level Content Expectations are eliminated.

2016- EGRPS Science Implementation Team unpacked and analyzed the new Michigan

2018 Science Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards relative to our current

curriculum and instruction using a number of resources.

Investigation Plan

Investigation PlanFinding #1:

Our current instructional practices are aligned with the inquiry-based principles that

characterize the instructional needs of the Next Generation Science Standards and

the Michigan Science Standards. • Our partnership and professional development with the Van Andel Education

Institute prepared us to deliver the type of instruction demanded by the Next

Generation Science Standards.

Finding #2:

The EGRPS Science Curriculum reflected much of the content of the new Michigan

Science Standards with a few needed changes:• Rearrange the grade level at which some topics are taught.

• Add the discipline of Engineering, Technology, and Scientific Applications

to the existing Earth, Physical, and Life Science disciplines.

Observation - Next Generation Science

3D

SCIENCE

LEARNING

Observation - Dimension OneScience and Engineering Practices

“What Students Do”

Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs)

“What Students Do”

Observation - Dimension Two

Observation - Dimension ThreeDisciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs)

“What Students Know”

Data Analysis

Science Instruction

Secondary Knowledge

Scope and

Sequence

ExplanationClaim: Cereal City Science will provide a rich learning environment for our

students where critical thinking, curiosity, and creativity will thrive.

• Cereal City Science is tightly aligned with the Michigan Science Standards and the

Common Core State Standards.

• Based on three-dimensional science learning that is consistent across grade levels

• Cereal City Science that supports student-centered instruction through which

students learn science by doing science.

• Complemented by ongoing professional development opportunities.

• An evidence-based resource.

Implementation would take place over the 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 school years:

2018 - 2019 Physical Science and Earth Science Units

2019 - 2020 Life Science Units

Evaluation and Application – Professional DevelopmentVan Andel Education Institute (2017-2018 and beyond)

• K-2 teachers attend “Learn Science by Doing Science with Literacy Integration”

• 3-5 science teachers attend “Turning Data into Evidence”

Science Talk and Engineering Practices (April 2018 and August PD 2018)

• “Science Talk” connects eight practices and allows students to communicate

their ideas, make sense of new concepts, and critique one another’s work

Kit Exploration and Training (Summer Learning and August PD 2018 & 2019)

• K-5 opportunity provided by Cereal City Science Grade Level Experts

Timing and Budget

BUILDING BUDGETS (Annual)

•Student Journals•Refurbishment Costs

INSTRUCTION BUDGET•Teacher Guides•New Items•Consumable Packs•Professional Development•Shipping

YEAR 1:CEREAL CITY PHYSICAL AND EARTH SCIENCE UNITS3 Kindergarten PS Unit Kits & 3 Kindergarten ES Unit Kits $ 3,255.00Teacher Guides 4,950.00Student Journals 5,540.00Consumable Packs 3,111.00New Items 4,655.00Refurbishment (estimated) 3,000.00Shipping (estimated) 720.00Professional Development 6,775.00Trade Books 2,425.00

ESTIMATED TOTAL YEAR 1 K-5 UPDATE $34,431.00

YEAR 2:CEREAL CITY LIFE SCIENCE UNITS3 Kindergarten LF Unit Kits $ 1,176.00Teacher Guides 2,475.00Student Journals 2,725.00Consumable Packs/Organism Cards (estimated) 2,640.00New Items (estimated) 2,000.00Refurbishment (estimated) 1,000.00Shipping (estimated) 720.00Professional Development (estimated) 3,000.00Trade Books 1,728.00

ESTIMATED TOTAL YEAR 2 K-5 UPDATE $17,464.00

ESTIMATED TOTAL COST OF K-5 ADOPTION $51,895.00

Questions?

Our Mission Educating and inspiring each student to navigate successfully

in a global community DRAFT

EAST GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS Kent County, Michigan

REGULAR MEETING of the East Grand Rapids Board of Education The James E. Morse Administration Center at Woodcliff

2915 Hall Street SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Monday, February 12, 2018

MINUTES

The REGULAR MEETING of the East Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education, Kent County, Michigan, was held on Monday,

February 12, 2018, in Community Board Room at the James E. Morse Administration Center, 2915 Hall Street SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506.

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Present: Natalie Bernecker, Beth Milanowski, Robert Wolford, Mark Hessler, Brian Coles, Brad Laackman

Absent: Elizabeth Welch

Administration: Dr. Sara Magaña Shubel, Jenny Fee, Kevin Philipps, Bill Behrendt, Doug Jenkins, Craig Weigel, Steve Wojciechowski,

Lori Johnston, Tim Johnston, Anthony Morey, Shelly Schram, Carlye Allen, Caroline Breault-Cannon, Stephanie Thelen

Meeting Called to Order

President Bernecker called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

President Bernecker made a public statement regarding the district’s ongoing investigation involving high school teacher and coach,

Mr. Nick Hopkins. She shared that the board wants to be as transparent as possible but with the investigation currently ongoing, there are

limitations on what can be disclosed. She reported that the superintendent’s communication is currently posted on our district website, and

a Frequently Asked Questions document will be posted on our district website.

Acknowledgment of Guests – None

Public Comments – President Bernecker explained the ground rules and opened the floor for public comment.

Jessica Kane, 3160 Hall Street SE, commented on the district’s Title IX investigation.

Board Secretary’s Report: Communications to and from the Board – None

Student Council President’s Report – Tomer Andegeko, High School Student Council President, reported on the annual school blood drive

that the freshman class coordinates, and approximately 70 pints of blood were donated, reaching their goal. Winter Whirl dance took place

on Saturday and was well attended. In the next few weeks the junior class will be working on coordinating prom activities.

PRESENTATION / DISCUSSION ITEMS

School Day Proposal for Middle School

Anthony Morey, Middle School Principal; Shelly Schram, Middle School Assistant Principal; and middle school teachers: Steve Brinks,

Pete Miller, and Danielle Smith presented on the proposed School Day Proposal for the middle school. The background for the proposal of

the BRIDGES class to support all students throughout the middle school years was shared. Examples of BRIDGES activities were also

shared including existing activities and new opportunities. A detailed overview was provided as described in the Enclosure #6. A discussion

was held among the board. The proposal will be presented to the board for approval at the March 12 meeting.

ACTION ITEMS - CONSENT AGENDA

Background: In order to save time during the meeting, we are using a Consent Agenda. Items in the Consent Agenda include those that are routine or have been

previously discussed by the Board of Education. Any board member may request to have any item removed for a separate discussion and vote. Recommendation: Motion to approve the items in the Consent Agenda, Numbers 7-8.

Approval of Minutes of REGULAR Meeting of 1/22/2018 (Enclosure #7)

Approval of Payment of Bills – January 2018 (Enclosure #8)

Member Milanowski moved to approve Consent Agenda items 7-8. Member Hessler seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.

BOARD OF EDUCATION

February 12, 2018

Page 2

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

Superintendent

Dr. Shubel announced that 14 teachers elected to participate in the Early Resignation Incentive:

NAME YEARS BLDG POSITION

Betsy Anderson

Joanne Anderson

Mary Billman

Kris Bratlie

Dan Brown

Brian Clay

Theresa Clay

Kim Doele

Larry Frazier

Bill Larson

Hollie Rademacher

Melissa Sayre

Jane Siegel

Scott Tompkins

28

32

20

30

40

29

28

34

42

28

29.5

33

29

25

W

BD

HS

MS

MS

MS

MS

MS

MS

HS

MS

BD

W

HS

4th Gr. Teacher

3rd Gr. Teacher

Science Teacher

Science Teacher

Mathematics Teacher

Mathematics Teacher

English Teacher

English Teacher

Social Studies Teacher

Science Teacher

PE Teacher

1st Gr. Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher

PE Teacher

Assistant Superintendent of Business

Kevin Philipps shared an overview of the Governor’s preliminary budget with a projected increase in the foundation allowance of

$120-240. The estimated increase in the per-pupil foundation allowance for EGRPS is $216 which would finally bring us above the 2008

per-pupil amount. Various budget proposal items were presented. Retirement rates were announced with an increase from 25.56% to

26.18%. The Governor’s budget proposal allocates School Aid Fund dollars to offset the rate increase, as well as fund the reduction in the

assumed rate of return being used by MPSERS. It was shared that this is the first step in the budget process, as the House and Senate still

need to present their budget proposals. We will know more following the May Revenue Conference.

Assistant Superintendent of Instruction

Jenny Fee presented a French curriculum update noting that the curriculum is not changing; rather, the transitional changes from middle

school to high school will occur over time. She shared an IB offering will be an option for students. A discussion was held among the board.

Board Member Reports Communications Committee – No reports.

Facilities Committee – No reports.

Finance Committee – No reports.

Joint Facilities Committee – No reports.

Personnel Committee – No reports.

Policy Review Committee – No reports.

Legislative Liaison Committee – No reports.

Liaisons EGR Schools Foundation – No reports.

Community Action Council – No reports.

Leadership & Youth Development (LYD) – Member Hessler reported that leadership teams are presenting this week.

Parks & Recreation – Member Hessler reported that a meeting is being held this evening.

PTO Council – No reports.

Parent Advocates for Special Education (PASE) – Member Laackman reported on future workshops for parents with full student care being offered during

the training sessions. A parent ambassador is being sought. Assessments on leveling for special education was discussed.

Superintendent’s Advisory Council (SAC) – No reports.

The next regular board meeting will be held on Monday, March 12, 2018, at 6:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT

President Bernecker adjourned the meeting at 7:31 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Beth Milanowski, Secretary

East Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education * Minutes for this meeting will be available in the Superintendent’s Office at 2915 Hall St. SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506. The phone number is 235-3535.

** If you plan to attend and have a special need and require accommodation to attend this meeting, please contact Dr. Sara M. Shubel, Superintendent, at 235-3535.

jmm 2/13/2018

BUSINESS OFFICE

MEMORANDUM

Date: March 12, 2018

To: Dr. Sara Magaña Shubel, Superintendent

The Board of Education

From: Kevin D. Philipps, Assistant Superintendent of Business

Subject: February 2018 Payment of Bills

APPROVE February General Fund (11) – checks #126827 through check #126888, with

the exception of voided check #126877 in the total amount of $639,974.25.

APPROVE February Athletic Fund (21) – checks #15791 through check #21659 in the

total amount of $14,714.73.

APPROVE February Sinking Fund (41) – check #543 in the amount of $3,577.25.

APPROVE February Capital Projects (43) – no checks this month.

APPROVE February Student Activity Fund (61) – checks #25896 through #25919 in the

total amount of $18,994.30.

APPROVE February Joint Facilities Fund – no checks this month.

APPROVE February Debt Retirement – no checks this month.

KP/jmm

District

EC Programs

District

Total

K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Number of

Sections9 9 8 8 9 9 9.5 9.2 9.25

2017-18

Enrollment

rolled

forward

10 * 194 179 196 206 216 238 200 241 228 246 261 244 **2707

Average

Class Size* 21.5556 22.375 24.5 22.8889 24 25.0526 21.7391 26.0541

Approved

Choice

Openings16

t 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

2018-19

Enrollment

including

SoC

openings

10 * 194 179 196 206 216 238 200 241 228 246 261 244 **2707

Average

Class Size

including

SoC

openings

* 21.56 22.38 24.50 22.89 24.00 25.05 21.74 26.05

* Kindergarten numbers are unable to be determined at this time as we are still in the process of registration.

** District Totals do not include incoming Kindergarten numbers.tOne K opening is in the State of MI 105C Program, open to students in counties that are directly adjacent to Kent County.

East Grand Rapids Public Schools

Schools of Choice Recommendation2018-2019

Grade Level

TAK 3/9/2018

EAST GRAND RAPIDS MIDDLE SCHOOL

BRIDGES

A new class called BRIDGES will be created for all students. It is designed after a homeroom model and borrows ideas from multiple disciplines to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral development.

BRIDGES stands for Building Relationships through Inclusion, Diversity, Group Experiences and Self-Actualization. Fostering positive, pro-social behavior that supports students’ overall success is a primary goal of this time. A positive and healthy school-climate and culture is the ultimate reason for this initiative. Besides these goals, this structure will also support many existing school activities.

BRIDGES will meet approximately once a week for 35 minutes. Additional scheduled meeting times may occur as topics or projects warrant additional time (first weeks of school for example). Initially BRIDGES will meet on Thursdays. A modified schedule will ensure all other classes meet any day a “BRIDGES” class is held.

BRIDGES is a non-graded class period that meets at the same time for all grades. Every teacher will have a BRIDGES class. Attendance will be taken for pupil accounting purposes.

BRIDGES groups will be created when students enter 6th grade using intentional practices focused on creating balanced groupings of students conducive to positive student outcomes related to the BRIDGES mission. BRIDGES groups will be a three-year co-hort.

BRIDGES lessons will come from multiple resources, including existing lessons from the Champions of Diversity Team and School Improvement Team. A new BRIDGES TEAM will guide the implementation of existing and new lesson content to ensure that adequate teacher support is provided during the three year initial implementation phase.

TRIMESTERS

Report cards will be marked three times each school year for all classes.

Each trimester will end on a Friday and be approximately 60 days long (+/- as dictated by logical calendar breaks.)

Cores classes will be unchanged. The Every-Other-Day elective model will be unchanged. ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

New enrichment electives will be piloted at 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Exact electives will be determined in the implementation phase but electives in the humanities, technology, the arts, the environment, and other areas have been suggested. Some enrichment electives will be 2 trimesters in length.

Reproductive Health will be moved to 7th grade as part of a required Health class. Health will be offered during the second trimester in lieu of Physical Education. All students will have access to the gym every day during their lunch period during the second trimester.

Required Electives: o 6th Grade: PE, Music, Spanish, and Art. o 7th Grade PE & Health o 8th Grade: PE

Physical Education Requirements: o 6th Grade: 3 trimesters every-other day (no change) o 7th Grade: 1st & 3rd trimesters every-other day o 8th Grade: 2 trimesters (1 trimester for Band & Orchestra students). Students may take up-to 4 PE

classes however. 8th Grade PE classes will be content/activity specific.

S C H O O L D A Y S T U D Y T E A M R E C O M M E N D E D C H A N G E S

The following recommendations are being made after a thorough review of current and available programming options, close analysis of impacts from all middle school faculty, and collaboration with stakeholder groups. If approved by the Board of Education, these changes would be implemented starting in the 2018-2019 school year.

East Grand Rapids Public Schools

Elementary Science RecommendationMarch 12, 2018

Kaelynn Benham - 5th GradeJenny Bergstrom - 3rd Grade

Jennifer Fee - Asst. Superintendent of InstructionStacey Goodman - 2nd GradeCheryl Radecki - 4th Grade

Hannah Tobin - KindergartenJodi Westgate - 1st Grade

Question

How can we provide a rich learning

environment for our students where

critical thinking, curiosity, and

creativity thrive?

Personal Knowledge

PredictionBased upon our research we predict that

using the Cereal City Science curriculum

will provide a rich learning environment

where our students will appreciate the

beauty and wonder of science.

2009 K-5 teachers have used the Battle Creek Science Kits since their adoption in 2009.• The Battle Creek Science Kits reflect the district’s current K-5 science curriculum which

is based on the State of Michigan’s Grade Level Content Expectations in Science.

2013 EGRPS enters a partnership with the Van Andel Education Institute and implements

their instructional model of scientific inquiry, then called the QPOE Model.

2015 The state of Michigan adopts new science standards directly reflecting the Next

Generation Science Standards. The Grade Level Content Expectations are eliminated.

2016- EGRPS Science Implementation Team unpacked and analyzed the new Michigan

2018 Science Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards relative to our current

curriculum and instruction using a number of resources.

Investigation Plan

Investigation PlanFinding #1:

Our current instructional practices are aligned with the inquiry-based principles that

characterize the instructional needs of the Next Generation Science Standards and

the Michigan Science Standards. • Our partnership and professional development with the Van Andel Education

Institute prepared us to deliver the type of instruction demanded by the Next

Generation Science Standards.

Finding #2:

The EGRPS Science Curriculum reflected much of the content of the new Michigan

Science Standards with a few needed changes:• Rearrange the grade level at which some topics are taught.

• Add the discipline of Engineering, Technology, and Scientific Applications

to the existing Earth, Physical, and Life Science disciplines.

Observation - Next Generation Science

3D

SCIENCE

LEARNING

Observation - Dimension OneScience and Engineering Practices

“What Students Do”

Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs)

“What Students Do”

Observation - Dimension Two

Observation - Dimension ThreeDisciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs)

“What Students Know”

Data Analysis

Science Instruction

Secondary Knowledge

Scope and

Sequence

ExplanationClaim: Cereal City Science will provide a rich learning environment for our

students where critical thinking, curiosity, and creativity will thrive.

• Cereal City Science is tightly aligned with the Michigan Science Standards and the

Common Core State Standards.

• Based on three-dimensional science learning that is consistent across grade levels

• Cereal City Science that supports student-centered instruction through which

students learn science by doing science.

• Complemented by ongoing professional development opportunities.

• An evidence-based resource.

Implementation would take place over the 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 school years:

2018 - 2019 Physical Science and Earth Science Units

2019 - 2020 Life Science Units

Evaluation and Application – Professional DevelopmentVan Andel Education Institute (2017-2018 and beyond)

• K-2 teachers attend “Learn Science by Doing Science with Literacy Integration”

• 3-5 science teachers attend “Turning Data into Evidence”

Science Talk and Engineering Practices (April 2018 and August PD 2018)

• “Science Talk” connects eight practices and allows students to communicate

their ideas, make sense of new concepts, and critique one another’s work

Kit Exploration and Training (Summer Learning and August PD 2018 & 2019)

• K-5 opportunity provided by Cereal City Science Grade Level Experts

Timing and Budget

BUILDING BUDGETS (Annual)

•Student Journals•Refurbishment Costs

INSTRUCTION BUDGET•Teacher Guides•New Items•Consumable Packs•Professional Development•Shipping

YEAR 1:CEREAL CITY PHYSICAL AND EARTH SCIENCE UNITS3 Kindergarten PS Unit Kits & 3 Kindergarten ES Unit Kits $ 3,255.00Teacher Guides 4,950.00Student Journals 5,540.00Consumable Packs 3,111.00New Items 4,655.00Refurbishment (estimated) 3,000.00Shipping (estimated) 720.00Professional Development 6,775.00Trade Books 2,425.00

ESTIMATED TOTAL YEAR 1 K-5 UPDATE $34,431.00

YEAR 2:CEREAL CITY LIFE SCIENCE UNITS3 Kindergarten LF Unit Kits $ 1,176.00Teacher Guides 2,475.00Student Journals 2,725.00Consumable Packs/Organism Cards (estimated) 2,640.00New Items (estimated) 2,000.00Refurbishment (estimated) 1,000.00Shipping (estimated) 720.00Professional Development (estimated) 3,000.00Trade Books 1,728.00

ESTIMATED TOTAL YEAR 2 K-5 UPDATE $17,464.00

ESTIMATED TOTAL COST OF K-5 ADOPTION $51,895.00

Questions?

Our Mission Educating and inspiring each student to navigate successfully

in a global community DRAFT

EAST GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS Kent County, Michigan

REGULAR MEETING of the East Grand Rapids Board of Education The James E. Morse Administration Center at Woodcliff

2915 Hall Street SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Monday, February 12, 2018

MINUTES

The REGULAR MEETING of the East Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education, Kent County, Michigan, was held on Monday,

February 12, 2018, in Community Board Room at the James E. Morse Administration Center, 2915 Hall Street SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506.

BOARD OF EDUCATION

Present: Natalie Bernecker, Beth Milanowski, Robert Wolford, Mark Hessler, Brian Coles, Brad Laackman

Absent: Elizabeth Welch

Administration: Dr. Sara Magaña Shubel, Jenny Fee, Kevin Philipps, Bill Behrendt, Doug Jenkins, Craig Weigel, Steve Wojciechowski,

Lori Johnston, Tim Johnston, Anthony Morey, Shelly Schram, Carlye Allen, Caroline Breault-Cannon, Stephanie Thelen

Meeting Called to Order

President Bernecker called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

President Bernecker made a public statement regarding the district’s ongoing investigation involving high school teacher and coach,

Mr. Nick Hopkins. She shared that the board wants to be as transparent as possible but with the investigation currently ongoing, there are

limitations on what can be disclosed. She reported that the superintendent’s communication is currently posted on our district website, and

a Frequently Asked Questions document will be posted on our district website.

Acknowledgment of Guests – None

Public Comments – President Bernecker explained the ground rules and opened the floor for public comment.

Jessica Kane, 3160 Hall Street SE, commented on the district’s Title IX investigation.

Board Secretary’s Report: Communications to and from the Board – None

Student Council President’s Report – Tomer Andegeko, High School Student Council President, reported on the annual school blood drive

that the freshman class coordinates, and approximately 70 pints of blood were donated, reaching their goal. Winter Whirl dance took place

on Saturday and was well attended. In the next few weeks the junior class will be working on coordinating prom activities.

PRESENTATION / DISCUSSION ITEMS

School Day Proposal for Middle School

Anthony Morey, Middle School Principal; Shelly Schram, Middle School Assistant Principal; and middle school teachers: Steve Brinks,

Pete Miller, and Danielle Smith presented on the proposed School Day Proposal for the middle school. The background for the proposal of

the BRIDGES class to support all students throughout the middle school years was shared. Examples of BRIDGES activities were also

shared including existing activities and new opportunities. A detailed overview was provided as described in the Enclosure #6. A discussion

was held among the board. The proposal will be presented to the board for approval at the March 12 meeting.

ACTION ITEMS - CONSENT AGENDA

Background: In order to save time during the meeting, we are using a Consent Agenda. Items in the Consent Agenda include those that are routine or have been

previously discussed by the Board of Education. Any board member may request to have any item removed for a separate discussion and vote. Recommendation: Motion to approve the items in the Consent Agenda, Numbers 7-8.

Approval of Minutes of REGULAR Meeting of 1/22/2018 (Enclosure #7)

Approval of Payment of Bills – January 2018 (Enclosure #8)

Member Milanowski moved to approve Consent Agenda items 7-8. Member Hessler seconded the motion. Motion passed 6-0.

BOARD OF EDUCATION

February 12, 2018

Page 2

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

Superintendent

Dr. Shubel announced that 14 teachers elected to participate in the Early Resignation Incentive:

NAME YEARS BLDG POSITION

Betsy Anderson

Joanne Anderson

Mary Billman

Kris Bratlie

Dan Brown

Brian Clay

Theresa Clay

Kim Doele

Larry Frazier

Bill Larson

Hollie Rademacher

Melissa Sayre

Jane Siegel

Scott Tompkins

28

32

20

30

40

29

28

34

42

28

29.5

33

29

25

W

BD

HS

MS

MS

MS

MS

MS

MS

HS

MS

BD

W

HS

4th Gr. Teacher

3rd Gr. Teacher

Science Teacher

Science Teacher

Mathematics Teacher

Mathematics Teacher

English Teacher

English Teacher

Social Studies Teacher

Science Teacher

PE Teacher

1st Gr. Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher

PE Teacher

Assistant Superintendent of Business

Kevin Philipps shared an overview of the Governor’s preliminary budget with a projected increase in the foundation allowance of

$120-240. The estimated increase in the per-pupil foundation allowance for EGRPS is $216 which would finally bring us above the 2008

per-pupil amount. Various budget proposal items were presented. Retirement rates were announced with an increase from 25.56% to

26.18%. The Governor’s budget proposal allocates School Aid Fund dollars to offset the rate increase, as well as fund the reduction in the

assumed rate of return being used by MPSERS. It was shared that this is the first step in the budget process, as the House and Senate still

need to present their budget proposals. We will know more following the May Revenue Conference.

Assistant Superintendent of Instruction

Jenny Fee presented a French curriculum update noting that the curriculum is not changing; rather, the transitional changes from middle

school to high school will occur over time. She shared an IB offering will be an option for students. A discussion was held among the board.

Board Member Reports Communications Committee – No reports.

Facilities Committee – No reports.

Finance Committee – No reports.

Joint Facilities Committee – No reports.

Personnel Committee – No reports.

Policy Review Committee – No reports.

Legislative Liaison Committee – No reports.

Liaisons EGR Schools Foundation – No reports.

Community Action Council – No reports.

Leadership & Youth Development (LYD) – Member Hessler reported that leadership teams are presenting this week.

Parks & Recreation – Member Hessler reported that a meeting is being held this evening.

PTO Council – No reports.

Parent Advocates for Special Education (PASE) – Member Laackman reported on future workshops for parents with full student care being offered during

the training sessions. A parent ambassador is being sought. Assessments on leveling for special education was discussed.

Superintendent’s Advisory Council (SAC) – No reports.

The next regular board meeting will be held on Monday, March 12, 2018, at 6:00 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT

President Bernecker adjourned the meeting at 7:31 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Beth Milanowski, Secretary

East Grand Rapids Public Schools Board of Education * Minutes for this meeting will be available in the Superintendent’s Office at 2915 Hall St. SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506. The phone number is 235-3535.

** If you plan to attend and have a special need and require accommodation to attend this meeting, please contact Dr. Sara M. Shubel, Superintendent, at 235-3535.

jmm 2/13/2018

BUSINESS OFFICE

MEMORANDUM

Date: March 12, 2018

To: Dr. Sara Magaña Shubel, Superintendent

The Board of Education

From: Kevin D. Philipps, Assistant Superintendent of Business

Subject: February 2018 Payment of Bills

APPROVE February General Fund (11) – checks #126827 through check #126888, with

the exception of voided check #126877 in the total amount of $639,974.25.

APPROVE February Athletic Fund (21) – checks #15791 through check #21659 in the

total amount of $14,714.73.

APPROVE February Sinking Fund (41) – check #543 in the amount of $3,577.25.

APPROVE February Capital Projects (43) – no checks this month.

APPROVE February Student Activity Fund (61) – checks #25896 through #25919 in the

total amount of $18,994.30.

APPROVE February Joint Facilities Fund – no checks this month.

APPROVE February Debt Retirement – no checks this month.

KP/jmm

District EC Programs

District Total

K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12Number of Sections 9 9 8 8 9 9 9.5 9.2 9.25

2017-18 Enrollment

rolled forward

10 * 194 179 196 206 216 238 200 241 228 246 261 244 **2707

Average Class Size * 21.5556 22.375 24.5 22.8889 24 25.0526 21.7391 26.0541

Approved Choice

Openings16t 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

2018-19 Enrollment including

SoC openings

10 * 194 179 196 206 216 238 200 241 228 246 261 244 **2707

Average Class Size including

SoC openings

* 21.56 22.38 24.50 22.89 24.00 25.05 21.74 26.05

* Kindergarten numbers are unable to be determined at this time as we are still in the process of registration.** District Totals do not include incoming Kindergarten numbers.tOne K opening is in the State of MI 105C Program, open to students in counties that are directly adjacent to Kent County.

East Grand Rapids Public SchoolsSchools of Choice Recommendation

2018-2019

Grade Level

TAK 3/9/2018

EAST GRAND RAPIDS MIDDLE SCHOOL

BRIDGES

A new class called BRIDGES will be created for all students. It is designed after a homeroom model and borrows ideas from multiple disciplines to support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral development.

BRIDGES stands for Building Relationships through Inclusion, Diversity, Group Experiences and Self-Actualization. Fostering positive, pro-social behavior that supports students’ overall success is a primary goal of this time. A positive and healthy school-climate and culture is the ultimate reason for this initiative. Besides these goals, this structure will also support many existing school activities.

BRIDGES will meet approximately once a week for 35 minutes. Additional scheduled meeting times may occur as topics or projects warrant additional time (first weeks of school for example). Initially BRIDGES will meet on Thursdays. A modified schedule will ensure all other classes meet any day a “BRIDGES” class is held.

BRIDGES is a non-graded class period that meets at the same time for all grades. Every teacher will have a BRIDGES class. Attendance will be taken for pupil accounting purposes.

BRIDGES groups will be created when students enter 6th grade using intentional practices focused on creating balanced groupings of students conducive to positive student outcomes related to the BRIDGES mission. BRIDGES groups will be a three-year co-hort.

BRIDGES lessons will come from multiple resources, including existing lessons from the Champions of Diversity Team and School Improvement Team. A new BRIDGES TEAM will guide the implementation of existing and new lesson content to ensure that adequate teacher support is provided during the three year initial implementation phase.

TRIMESTERS

Report cards will be marked three times each school year for all classes.

Each trimester will end on a Friday and be approximately 60 days long (+/- as dictated by logical calendar breaks.)

Cores classes will be unchanged. The Every-Other-Day elective model will be unchanged. ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS & CLASSES

New enrichment electives will be piloted at 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Exact electives will be determined in the implementation phase but electives in the humanities, technology, the arts, the environment, and other areas have been suggested. Some enrichment electives will be 2 trimesters in length.

Reproductive Health will be moved to 7th grade as part of a required Health class. Health will be offered during the second trimester in lieu of Physical Education. All students will have access to the gym every day during their lunch period during the second trimester.

Required Electives: o 6th Grade: PE, Music, Spanish, and Art. o 7th Grade PE & Health o 8th Grade: PE

Physical Education Requirements: o 6th Grade: 3 trimesters every-other day (no change) o 7th Grade: 1st & 3rd trimesters every-other day o 8th Grade: 2 trimesters (1 trimester for Band & Orchestra students). Students may take up-to 4 PE

classes however. 8th Grade PE classes will be content/activity specific.

S C H O O L D A Y S T U D Y T E A M R E C O M M E N D E D C H A N G E S

The following recommendations are being made after a thorough review of current and available programming options, close analysis of impacts from all middle school faculty, and collaboration with stakeholder groups. If approved by the Board of Education, these changes would be implemented starting in the 2018-2019 school year.